excessive caution

Frequency: 5.54.1 per million words

too much caution

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Examples (10)

  • Their excessive caution in the market led them to miss out on a major investment opportunity.
  • While some prudence is necessary, excessive caution can stifle innovation within a company.
  • He approached dating with such excessive caution that he never actually asked anyone out.
  • The government's excessive caution in approving the new drug has been criticized by patient advocacy groups.
  • Sometimes, you just have to take a leap of faith; excessive caution will only hold you back.
  • Critics argue that the new safety regulations are a product of excessive caution and will hinder economic growth.
  • The project manager's excessive caution resulted in multiple delays and budget overruns.
  • Her therapist helped her realize that her excessive caution stemmed from a deep-seated fear of failure.
  • Living with excessive caution can lead to a life filled with regret for the chances not taken.
  • In an era of discovery, excessive caution is the enemy of progress.